Castroville is on Northern Califorina's Pacific coast. It is about 30 minutes south of Santa Cruz and 20 minutes north of Monterey.
Castroville is known as the "Artichoke Center of the World" and hosts the annual Castroville Artichoke Festival. Marilyn Monroe was crowned the festival's first Artichoke Queen in 1948.
Castroville is on Northern Califorina's Pacific coast. It is about 30 minutes south of Santa Cruz and 20 minutes north of Monterey.
Castroville is known as the "Artichoke Center of the World" and hosts the annual Castroville Artichoke Festival. Marilyn Monroe was crowned the festival's first Artichoke Queen in 1948.
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Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows cats and dogs only, up to 50 pounds, 2 pets per room - $75 per stay pet fee up to 4 nights, $125 per stay pet fee over 4 nights. - Sep 2023 < Less
"We had a nice, 2-night stay at this hotel. The room was clean and quiet, and the beds were comfortable. The front desk clerk was helpful and professional. The only drawback was that breakfast wasn't provided, just coffee and juice. Ask for a room facing the back to avoid traffic noise. We'd definitely stay here again.2023-06-23"
"The hotel room was nice and clean. I'll stay here again.2015-10-30"
"The motel was reasonably priced and close to CSUMB. The room was nice and comfortable, but the toilet ran all night. Easy check-in, and we appreciated the cookies. The continental breakfast was mostly carbs and sweets.2018-02-19"
"Close to the university. Great value. The motel room was clean and comfortable, and the beds were good. Excellent service.2017-10-04"
"The heater didn't work, and water got all over the bathroom floor even with the shower curtain closed. Not the best motel stay.2017-01-19"
"The hotel was nice, comfortable, and clean. The staff was welcoming, and we were greeted with a warm smile by the check-in clerk.2018-10-09"
"The hotel was clean, and the front desk clerk was nice. A 5-star stay.2017-05-23"
"Excellent experience. The hotel was clean and convenient, and the employees were friendly. There are lots of choices in the area, but this one stands out.2015-10-28"
"I left my phone charger behind, and called lost and found the next day; there was no manager on duty. Stay away from this hotel.2021-05-22"
"Worth a stay. The hotel staff was great, and there were gluten-free and dairy-free options. Book it.2019-07-24"
"We rang the bell at the front desk for 5 minutes before the hotel clerk appeared. I requested a room on an upper floor so I didn't have to listen to people walking around overhead, but was given a 2nd floor room and had to listen to the noise. The room was clean, and the beds were comfortable. OK breakfast, but items ran out and there was no attendant to replace them or clean the tables. I don't recommend staying here.2017-10-21"
"I had an enjoyable hotel stay. The staff was great. Stay here and enjoy the comfort and hospitality.2017-11-27"
"I had an excellent motel stay.2017-10-30"
"The motel was in an industrial area and close to the freeway, so there was a lot of traffic noise. However, the grounds and interior were nice, and I felt safe and comfortable. My room was clean and nicely appointed with a fridge, microwave, and hair dryer. The bed was comfortable. No area information or TV channel guide provided. Nice lobby, and the front desk was always manned. The staff was friendly and helpful. The continental breakfast included make-your-own waffles. I'd stay here again.2017-01-13"
"The motel had a peaceful, comfortable atmosphere. Upon arrival, I was greeted with a smile by the desk clerk. Good beds, and toiletries were available. Great breakfast selection.2017-01-27"
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows dogs and cats only, 2 pets per room - $75 pet fee if staying 5 nights or more - $50 pet fee if staying fewer than 5 nights. - Mar 2023 < Less
"Located in an industrial area. There was a shampoo bottle on the floor of our room with hair on it when we arrived. The wireless Internet was unreliable. Breakfast was all carbs. The employees were polite and helpful, but we felt we overpaid and don't recommend this hotel.2017-08-01"
"Seemed overpriced. Our hotel room wasn't cleaned 2 of the 4 days we stayed. Breakfast was a joke. Don't stay here.2016-08-15"
"Nice, clean room. We'd stay at this hotel again.2015-04-21"
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Hotel Booking Tips
Beware of non-refundable reservations that could cost you a lot of money if you change or cancel them. +Non-refundable reservations are a gamble that will usually save you less than $10. If you make a $90 non-refundable reservation instead of a $100 refundable booking, you are betting $90 to win $10. Would you do that in Las Vegas? -
Don't assume you can cancel a non-refundable reservation without penalty if you notify the hotel weeks or even months in advance. +Often you cannot – because some hotels' profit strategy is to get paid more than once for the same room for the same night. -
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